Georgia Tech Baseball Lands Top Transfers to Supercharge 2025 Lineup

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20-06-2025

Georgia Tech Baseball Lands Top Transfers to Supercharge 2025 Lineup originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
A New Era is Brewing on the Flats.
The buzz is back at Russ Chandler Stadium. Georgia Tech baseball is making noise, but not just with returning stars, but with a trio of transfer portal additions that could push the Jackets into national contention next spring.
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Head coach James Ramsey, known for his sharp eye for talent and relentless recruiting, has reeled in three transfers. It's a statement to the rest of the ACC: Georgia Tech isn't waiting around. They're coming.
Ryan Zuckerman: A Power Surge from Pittsburgh
The biggest headline? Pittsburgh slugger Ryan Zuckerman, who committed to the Jackets on Monday. A third baseman with a heavy bat and a proven track record, Zuckerman hit .295 with 13 home runs and 48 RBIs last season, leading the Panthers in both categories. His presence in the middle of a lineup that already returns Drew Burress, Alex Hernandez, and Caleb Daniel turns a dangerous offense into one of the most feared in college baseball.
His on-base percentage (.382) and slugging (.555) show a well-rounded hitter ready to thrive in Atlanta's hitter-friendly park. For a team that ranked among the ACC's top five in runs scored last season, Zuckerman could be the final piece to an Omaha-level lineup.
Sophomore outfielder Drew Burress mashes a home run versus Cal during the ACC Tournament win.Georgia Tech Baseball/X
Justin Shadek: A Fresh Start on the Mound
From Rutgers comes right-hander Justin Shadek, a redshirt freshman with flashes of brilliance and plenty of room to grow. He went 4-5 in 15 appearances with the Scarlet Knights, recording 52 strikeouts but also posting a 7.78 ERA.
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The raw numbers might not scream dominance, but the upside is clear. Shadek has swing-and-miss stuff and experience as a starter in a Power Five program. Ramsey has a reputation for developing arms, and Shadek may be the kind of under-the-radar addition who thrives with better defense, coaching, and run support in Atlanta.
Cade Brown: The Local Star Returns Home
Perhaps the most intriguing name is Cade Brown, a former Georgia Bulldog who brings elite high school credentials back to the Peach State's capital.
Though he played in just 15 games as a freshman in Athens (.171 average, 1 HR), Brown was a prep phenom. He batted .472 with 14 home runs as a senior, earned the MaxPreps Georgia Player of the Year, and was rated the No. 1 third baseman in Georgia by Perfect Game.
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Now under Ramsey's guidance, Brown's return to form could give Tech another high-ceiling bat—and extra motivation against the team he left behind.
The Takeaway: Georgia Tech Is Reloading, Fast
With Zuckerman's power, Shadek's upside, and Brown's potential, Georgia Tech isn't rebuilding, they're reloading. These additions, paired with a stacked returning core, make it clear: Ramsey and the Yellow Jackets are chasing championships, not just headlines.
The road to Omaha starts now. Are you ready?
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.